COLUMBIA, S.C. – Low clouds and drizzle hang across the Midlands this morning, muting the sunrise and dampening roads around Columbia. Light fog curls over fields near I-26, a calm but soggy sign of one more unsettled stretch before the region dries out for a picture-perfect Halloween.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, showers are expected to redevelop later today and tonight as a weak system moves across the state. Winds will pick up slightly out of the east, gusting near 20 mph at times, while patchy fog may briefly reduce visibility between 7 and 10 a.m. Rainfall totals will remain light, less than a quarter inch overall.
Residents should plan extra travel time this morning and consider delaying outdoor setup for Halloween decorations until later Thursday when skies clear. The shift begins by midday Thursday, bringing full sunshine, lower humidity, and a refreshing westerly breeze.
Friday looks ideal for Trick-or-Treat events across the Midlands: sunny skies, highs near 65°F, and a crisp, dry evening in the mid-50s. Light winds will keep conditions comfortable for costumes, parades, and outdoor gatherings.
The weekend continues the winning streak—sunshine both Saturday and Sunday, highs in the upper 60s, and mild, clear nights. It’s the kind of stretch perfect for late-fall yard work or early holiday decorating before the next cool-down arrives.
To be fair, this may be one of the last mild weekends before November brings a stronger chill across the Carolinas. After all, winter’s first hints are never far behind once Halloween fades.
Five-Day Forecast for Columbia, SC:
Wed: 59/47 – Cloudy, patchy fog; showers developing late.
Thu: 63/43 – Mostly sunny; breezy and clearing.
Fri: 65/41 – Sunny; crisp Trick-or-Treat evening near 55°.
Sat: 66/43 – Sunny; warm and pleasant.
Sun: 67/46 – Mostly sunny; early November cool push next week.
